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Alicia Chesser

Alicia Chesser, a nearly lifelong Tulsan, is the co-founder and culture editor of The Pickup. Her writing about art and life has appeared in the Village Voice, The Dance Insider, The Tulsa Voice, Urban Tulsa Weekly, LUXIERE, Menagerie, Okie Modern, Pokeweed, and other publications. When she’s not out seeing someone else’s show, she makes, performs, and teaches contemporary dance and enjoys the fact that her three grown children think Tulsa is interesting enough to stick around in. 

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The Best Tulsa Events: July 1-7

Wilco, First Friday, fireworks and more!

June 30, 2026
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The Best Tulsa Events: June 24-30

"Lee Roy Chapman's Tulsa" book launch, Pride Street Festival at Elote, fireworks and more!

June 23, 2026
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The Best Tulsa Events: June 17-23

The Silkroad Ensemble, Tulsa Juneteenth, Graveyard Shift Slumber Party and more!

June 16, 2026
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The Best Tulsa Events: June 10-16

David Sedaris, a "We The People" exhibit, SK8 Date and more!

June 9, 2026
Culture

The Pickup’s Big Guide To Summer 2026

Outdoor tunes! Festivals! Patios! Day trips! Concerts! Ice cream!

June 4, 2026
Culture

16 Art Shows To See In June

This month's exhibits include photography, serious and satirical installations, large-scale wheat paste, innovative fiber works, and politically-focused art.

June 2, 2026
Tulsa Picks

The Best Tulsa Events: June 3-9

First Friday, Pride celebrations, Tulsa Tough and more!

June 2, 2026
Culture

Erin Turner Wants To Have The Hard Conversation

The Tulsa-born artist discusses her new book about Ed Galloway’s Totem Pole Park and its complicated attempt to commemorate the Native American experience.

May 29, 2026
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The Best Tulsa Events: May 27-June 2

May 26, 2026
Culture

This Spangly, Sassy Shakespeare Is Shelter In The Storm

Tulsa Shakespeare Company’s “The Tempest” is a must-see

May 20, 2026
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